When the dish machine goes down in a restaurant, the whole kitchen slows to the speed of a three-compartment sink. The Exeter list below starts with companies that mention commercial, restaurant or food service work within a longer drive, followed by the nearest appliance repair companies.
Commercial Dishwasher Repair Near Exeter
17 repair companies serve Exeter from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Visalia (5), Porterville (5), and Hanford (4). Distances run up to about 29 miles. None of the companies within 30 miles mention commercial or restaurant equipment work by name, so we include matching companies from a longer drive plus the nearest appliance repair companies. Nearest on the list: Frank’s Appliance, around 7.1 miles out. Across 15 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Exeter. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 17 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 4 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 1 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 7.1, 8.1, 8.2 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 9 |
| Mention commercial or restaurant work | 0 |
The leading options for Exeter are Carballo's AC Factory Inc. - Commercial Appliance Repair (51.6 miles away, based in Fresno, 4.8 stars from 20 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Emerald Appliance Repair (26.8 miles away, based in Corcoran, 4.9 stars from 87 reviews); Frank’s Appliance (7.1 miles away, based in Visalia, 4.2 stars from 98 reviews); Conner's Appliance Repair (27.5 miles away, based in Hanford, 4.8 stars from 276 reviews).
How Restaurant Dish Machine Repairs Differ
When to Call About a Commercial Dishwasher
- Machine will not reach final-rinse temperature
- Chemical pumps not priming or dispensing
- Rinse arms spraying weakly or unevenly
- Water not filling or draining from the tank
Ask any company you call which commercial brands and machine types it services, such as undercounter, door-type or conveyor units.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
Hand soap, dish soap or laundry detergent can make a dishwasher over-suds and spill water onto the floor; use only automatic dishwasher detergent. Source: Whirlpool - How to Fix a Leaking Dishwasher
A dishwasher must be grounded; if the home wiring lacks a ground or the plug does not fit the outlet, a licensed electrician should correct it rather than modifying the plug. Source: Whirlpool - Dishwasher User Instructions
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges for Reference
Published ranges for dishwasher repairs, for reference when a Exeter company quotes commercial work:
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Diagnostic fee: $50–$75 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
A unit that has needed repairs more than once or twice within a year is a candidate for replacement. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dishwasher repair cost guide and how long dishwashers last.
Local Notes for Exeter
Most dishwasher calls in Exeter come down to the same handful of parts: the filter and drain path, the drain pump, the inlet valve, the door latch and the heating parts.
California requires businesses that repair major home appliances such as refrigerators, ranges, dishwashers, washers and dryers for pay to register with the Bureau of Household Goods and Services as Major Home Appliance Service Dealers, including out-of-state providers serving California customers. Source: Application for Registration (Electronic and Appliance Repair Dealers) - Bureau of Household Goods and Services
In California, you can check a license with the CSLB Check a License or report a problem to the California Attorney General, Public Inquiry Unit (consumer complaint against a business).
Before You Book in Exeter
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Commercial Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Exeter, CA
Who fixes the chemical dispensers on a dish machine?
What is the difference between high-temp and low-temp dish machines?
Are you affiliated with any dishwasher brand?
Who repairs restaurant dishwashers?
Other Dishwasher Repair in Exeter
Commercial Dishwasher Repair Near Exeter
Before you call, note the brand, model and serial number on the dish machine's data plate, whether it is high-temperature or low-temperature, and any error shown on the panel. A Exeter technician can then bring the right parts.